Early Prevention | Intervention | Awareness | Education | Civic Engagement
JUNE 21st, 2025
WALK WITH ME IMPACT PROCLAMATION DAY
County of San Diego
🌟 We are deeply honored to receive this proclamation from the County of San Diego, presented by Supervisor Monica Montgomery Steppe in partnership with Live Well San Diego.
This recognition affirms the power of lived experience, community-driven prevention, and our shared commitment to building a safer, healthier future for all.
Thank you for believing in our mission. Together, we are saving lives. 🌟
The Magic of At-Risk Youth Mentorship
Mentorship is the key that unlocks potential in our youth! In memory of every friend, family member, and mentee lost in 2021—I dedicate my TEDx Talk to you. 'Inspiring Change: The Magic of At-Risk Youth Mentorship' is more than a talk; it’s a call to action for us all to be the light in someone's darkness. Watch and be moved! Thank you to TEDx San Diego for helping me express the need for youth mentorship! - Armand King, Walk With Me Impact Founder and Director of Program Development
Youth Mentoring Curriculum
Is a 3-book set designed to provide targeted prevention curriculum for youth at the highest risk for adverse childhood experiences. Currently designed for males, the education provided in the book set is designed for middle, and high school ages. This curriculum is available for youth programs, juvenile detention facilities, parents, mentors, schools, and any individual looking to support youth.
Join Us in the Fight Against Fentanyl
At Walk With Me Impact, we're taking bold steps to combat the fentanyl crisis through youth leadership, mentorship, and community engagement. Our "Stop Fentanyl" Project empowers young advocates to raise awareness, lead policy change, and build safer communities. Together, we're making a difference—one life at a time.
Educational Resources
Our supplementary services are designed to enrich your educational programs, elevating their effectiveness. We tackle critical topics, including raising awareness about Fentanyl, combating human sex trafficking, preventing gun violence, mitigating gang involvement, and addressing substance abuse.
Planting Seeds: Youth Mentoring Coloring Book
The Planting Seeds Mentoring Coloring Book is a unique tool designed to empower and guide young minds. Created by Walk With Me Impact, this coloring book goes beyond simple entertainment—each page fosters important life lessons through engaging art and meaningful captions.
Stop Fentanyl Parent & School Guide: to Understanding and Addressing the Fentanyl Epidemic with Their Youth
Introducing our comprehensive guidebook, designed to educate parents, youth advocates, and school staff on the dangers of the Fentanyl crisis and provide valuable tools for prevention and intervention. Also available in Spanish.
Educational Training Services
As an additional support we offer training services to help mentors address the many toxic issues affecting youth.
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Fentanyl Awareness
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Gun Violence
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Human Sex Trafficking Prevention
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Substance Abuse
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Gang Involvement
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Community Outreach
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Community Awareness Presentations
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In-School Assemblies
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Re-Entry Education and Support
Presentation Testimonials
“I loved the energy from both presenters. The slides helped our visual learners not just hear the message but see it too. I appreciated the connection to a real person affected by fentanyl. This hopefully made the information relatable and real.”
-Sandra Fitzgerald, 7th Grade Humanities Teacher, KAPA
Informative Blogs
Our enriching blog content is designed to spark inspiration, provide valuable education, and initiate meaningful conversations that empower community members, leaders, mentors, parents, educators, juvenile facilities, and individuals dedicated to supporting youth.
"The Cheat Code": A Guide to Conquer Probation and Parole Challenges
Empower those reentering society with the key to success 🗝️. 'The Cheat Code' by Jonas Royster & Armand King is a guide forged from real-life experiences, offering invaluable insights for navigating probation and parole. It's time to change lives, one page at a time. 📘💪 Read more to transform re-entry journeys.
Transforming the Lives of CCEIS Students Through Mentorship and Lived Experience
Our Walk With Me Impact mentors have been making a powerful impact with CCEIS students at 2 middle schools and 2 high schools over the past two months. Through deep conversations on gang violence, substance abuse, and healthy relationships, these lived experience experts have built trust and transformed lives.
Giving Youth a 'First Chance': The Power of Early Intervention with 'Planting Seeds'
Unlock the potential of young minds with 'Planting Seeds' 🌱✨. Discover how this innovative coloring book goes beyond art, serving as a crucial conversation starter on life's toughest topics. Join us in empowering our youth for a brighter future.
Partners in Impact
We acknowledge that our community endeavors thrive through the invaluable contributions of our supporters. Partners in Impact is dedicated to showcasing the incredible individuals and entities that bolster Walk With Me Impact. Your unwavering support is deeply appreciated, and we are truly honored by your ongoing commitment.
Meet Dr. Leonard J. Thompson III
Mandate Project Impact
Community Awareness
We are committed to bringing awareness to the needs of at-risk youth. San Diego news media has been extremely supportive in helping us reach and engage the community. Most recently the creation of our "Planting Seeds" mentoring coloring book for young boys was featured on abc News. Click the link below to view the full story. To view the latest media coverage and Walk With Me Impact productions visit our YouTube channel.
